Episode 16

Episode 16: Conscious Living and Brand Strategy - with Asha Mody

Published on: 19th January, 2026

In this episode of the Osumare Learning Podcast, hosts Portia Michele Osumaré and Parchelle Osumaré engage in a deep conversation with Asha Moody, a brand strategist and creative director. They explore the essence of mindful branding, the importance of aligning personal philosophy with business, and the evolving landscape of branding in the age of AI. Asha shares her journey from accountancy to branding, emphasizing the significance of inner wisdom and conscious living in creating impactful brands. The discussion also touches on the future of work and the role of AI in empowering individuals to design their lives.

Chapters:

00:00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Asha Mody

00:03:00 Asha's Journey to Mindful Branding

00:09:00 The Role of AI in Branding

00:15:00 Aligning Personal Philosophy with Business

00:21:00 Future of Work and Branding

Want to go deeper after today’s episode? Connect with our guest, Asha Mody, and explore her work at the intersection of branding, emotional intelligence, and mindful business.

Asha is currently offering her signature Brand Awakening Session, created for mission-led founders seeking clarity around their brand message, energy, and next strategic phase. She’s also growing The Mindful Brand newsletter on Substack, where she shares counterintuitive insights on branding and conscious leadership.

Podcast listeners can explore her work and download a free Brand Discovery Guide at:

https://www.mindsy.design

Connect with Asha directly:

Email: studio@mindsy.design

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashamody

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The Osumaré Learning Podcast
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Welcome to The Osumaré Learning Podcast—where wisdom lives, joy leads, and learning transforms. Hosted by Parchelle and Portia Michele Osumaré, this show explores how we teach, learn, and live in ways that center genius, justice, and joy.

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